# Systems technologies notes

> CAPS-aligned study notes for Systems technologies in Grade 11 Information Technology. Browse the sections below for explanations, worked examples and exam preparation.

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## Sections in Systems technologies

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- [Motherboard, expansion cards and data flow](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/systems-technologies/motherboard-expansion-cards-and-data-flow) — Motherboard, Expansion Cards and Data Flow Every computer relies on a single, large printed circuit board to connect all of its hardware components. This board is the motherboard, and without it, a…
- [Cache memory and computer performance](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/systems-technologies/cache-memory-and-computer-performance) — Cache Memory and Computer Performance A fast CPU means nothing if it spends most of its time waiting for data. Computers use a technique called caching to bridge the speed gap between fast components…

## Other Information Technology topics

- [Operating systems and processing](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/operating-systems-and-processing)
- [Arrays and algorithms](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/arrays-and-algorithms)
- [Networks and communication](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/networks-and-communication)
- [String manipulation and date/time](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/string-manipulation-and-datetime)
- [Electronic communication](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/electronic-communication)
- [Text files](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/text-files)
- [Software engineering principles](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/software-engineering-principles)
- [Data and information management](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/data-and-information-management)
- [User-defined methods](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/user-defined-methods)
- [Database programming](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/database-programming)
- [Internet and WWW](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/internet-and-www)
- [Social implications](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/information-technology/notes/social-implications)

## Frequently asked questions

### What is covered in Systems technologies for Grade 11 Information Technology?

The Systems technologies section covers all key concepts from the Grade 11 Information Technology CAPS curriculum, including detailed explanations, worked examples, and exam preparation tips.

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